The Backloop Designs Knitting Patterns: A Word About Bootsocks.

I have a feeling that "boot socks" mean different things to different people. To me, they are not just "socks that look good with boots". They are a working sock! A boot sock should be a little roomy so that you can fit a sock liner in. If you've never worn boot socks with a sock liner....oh my goodness, your feet are missing out. A liner is a very fine sock made of cotton, or sometimes silk. It wicks the moisture away from your foot and then your woolly boot sock will absorb it. So your feet stay warm and dry! The liner also provides the friction cushion, so that any rubbing is between the boot sock and the liner...not your foot. So blisters are uncommon with liners and boot socks. So that's why when I write a "boot sock" pattern they will be a little roomy. I'm thinking that just going down 1/2 size on the needles would probably remove the need for a liner if you don't want to use them. But try it, just once! When you're out in the cold, with your boots on and a lot of walking to do. It is amazing how well boot socks and liners work together and how much more comfy feet can be!

27 Knots Boot Socks